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Enabling Free-Space QKD and High-Rate Optical Communications from the UAE

Dr. Sana Amairi-Pyka

Technology Innovation Institute

Day

Monday · 2026-10-12

Time

2:00 PM - 3:20 PM

Track

Track 4

Session

Quantum Communication-1

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Hall Track 4Session Quantum Communication-1

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The Abu Dhabi Quantum Optical Ground Station (ADQOGS) serves as a versatile, multi-mission platform for free-space Quantum Key Distribution and classical optical communications. Designed to operate in challenging coastal-desert environments, the facility supports interoperability across various payload architectures. Successful commissioning results demonstrate its capability to handle heterogeneous link requirements for secure space-to-ground data transmission.

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Topics & Subtopics

Quantum TechnologiesSatellite QKDInstrument PerformanceQuantum Key DistributionQuantum Ground StationsOptical Ground StationsAtmospheric TurbulenceCalibrationEntanglement DistributionSecure Optical LinksOptical Materials

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